Clown loaches are a social and complex fish that should share their habitat with at least five or six other clown loaches, although they can also live with many other species.They require good ...

Comets are a popular choice among fish keepers and have become the most common species of goldfish in the world.They can reach over 12 inches (30cm) in length and live for over 14 years if cared for properly, so should be kept in larger tanks or...

Riccardia chamaedrifolia, also known as mini-pellia or coral moss, is a hardy aquarium plant with a slow growth rate.With ...

The black ghost knifefish, or Apteronotus albifrons, is generally a reclusive and timid aquarium fish but has been known to accept fish food out of its owner's hand.It can grow up to 20 inch...

The glowlight tetra is a good challenge for amateur breeders as it is considered moderately difficult to get them to reproduce in a fish tank.It can sometimes be hard to d...

New research has revealed the reason why male guppies have a characteristic orange patch.The study, funded by the National Science Foundation, revealed this is the colour female guppies prefer.Lead author of the investigation Kerry Dee...

The pygmy chain sword, or echinodorus tenellu, is a popular aquarium plant due to the ease with which it can be cultivated and its attractive appearance.It works best with ...

The parasphaerichthys lineatus, also known as the mini chocolate gourami, is a tropical freshwater fish from Burma.It should generally be kept in a species-specific tank as it can be out-competed for ...

Silver sharks, or Balantiocheilos melanopterus, are peaceful freshwater fish that can easily be kept with other non-aggressive animals.Although they can be smaller than two inches (five centimetres) in length when bought, they can become longer ...

A koi pond should ideally be five to six feet (1.5 to 1.8 metres) deep, an expert has advised.Brian Crocker, chairman of the Health Standards Committee at the British Koi Keeper's Society, e...